Welcome to Gen D: Just 384 MPs, MLAs are 40 or under; 1 in 3 are dynasts

The youth may be finding their voice on the streets, but in politics, representation remains limited. (Express photo by Tashi Tobgyal) 7 min readNew DelhiAug 28, 2026 12:11 PM IST First published on: Aug 27, 2026 at 06:00 AM IST Jantar Mantar in Delhi, Ranchi, and now Patna. Youth across India have taken to the streets since July, making themselves heard and compelling political parties – from the BJP to the Congress – to reach out to them. But when it comes to political representation for the youth, the road ahead remains arduous. And an analysis by The Indian Express shows that even when you are young, it helps to be a political dynast. Here are the key findings: